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Facts about Cameroon


Population: 16 million
Population Growth Rate: 2.8%
Capital: Yaounde
Area: 475,500 sq km
Head of State: President Paul Biya
Official Languages: French, English

Government Type: Republic; strong central government dominated by president.


Independence:

  • January 1, 1960 (for areas formerly ruled by France)
  • October 1, 1961 (for territory formerly ruled by Britain)

Major Languages: French, English, African languages
Major Religions:
  • Animist: 51%
  • Christian: 33%
  • Muslim: 16%

Life Expectancy: 55 years (men), 57 years (women)
Currency: Central African CFA franc
Exchange Rate: CFA 720 = US $1
Main Exports: Crude oil and petroleum products, timber, cocoa, aluminium, coffee, cotton
Average Annual Income: US $570



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Last Updated 31 July, 2002